Abstract: A composite material, contains a polymer, a polymerizer, a corresponding catalyst for the polymerizer, and a plurality of capsules. The polymerizer is in the capsules. The composite material is self-healing.

Abstract: A method of relaying to a user an account regarding characters includes: generating a plurality of electronic communicative entities, each of the communicative entities expressing a communication of at least one character, and displaying the electronic communicative entities to the user. Most of the electronic communicative entities include an email, an instant message, a chat room message, or a web page. The account is substantially completely relayed to the user by the plurality of electronic communicative entities. A creation of at least one of the electronic communicative entities is displayed to the user in real time or a simulation of real time.

Abstract: A simplified direct oxidation fuel cell system is disclosed. The fuel cell is constructed in such a manner that fuel is added to the cell anode as it is consumed and water is evaporated off at cell cathode so that there is no need for recirculation of unreacted fuel at the cell anode or water at the cell cathode. In addition, carbon dioxide generated from the anodic reaction is passively vented out of the system by using a CO2 gas permeable membrane material integrated as part of the anode chamber construction. It is thus possible that, the CO2 separation from the anode fluid occurs without the recirculation of the anode fluid outside the anode chamber. In one embodiment, the simplified direct oxidation fuel cell includes a gas permeable, liquid impermeable membrane placed in close proximity to the anode to perform the carbon dioxide separation.

Abstract: A method and system for publishing information on a network-based computer system is disclosed using a network of client computers, network file server and a Light Weight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) directory server, wherein the LDAP directory server is adapted to store information defining and limiting the rights of authors and readers in the system; and the network file server is adapted to resolve file server pointers to one or more files on the file server and directory files on the LDAP directory server transmitted from the client computer into requests for files and directory files; to retrieve from the LDAP directory server directory content; and to convert the directory content into web-publishable information and including the web-publishable information as part of the requested files displayed on the client computer for editing further parts of the files.

Abstract: A method is provided for determining the activity of an enzyme which releases methylumbelliferone (MU) from an MU-containing substrate wherein the enzyme has a pH optimum below the pKa of MU comprising: contacting a sample suspected of containing the enzyme with the MU-containing substrate at a pH suitable for activity of the enzyme to allow release of MU by the enzyme; contacting the sample with light of a wavelength in the range of about 310 nm to about 350 nm; determining fluorescence produced by the released MU, thereby determining the activity of the enzyme. This real time method provides improved diagnostic methods, for example for diseases associated with an abnormal level of activity of a glycosidase. The real time assay also can be used to screen compounds for their ability to modulate enzyme activity using MU-containing substrates.

Abstract: A crane safety system providing a view of the operation of the crane to the crane operator is disclosed. The crane safety system comprises: (1) a camera sub-system having a monitor providing images to the operator, (2) a sensor sub-system for determining the presence of an object in the path of the cranes operating trajectory, and (3) a camera control device that directs and controls the camera to capture images and display the images on the monitor, the images selected by the control device based upon actions taken by the crane operator, or caused by events occurring proximal to the camera boom that are detected by the sensor sub-system. The control device further controls the sensor sub-system to select signals for processing to identify the proximity and direction of movement of the object relative to the crane. If the object is within a pre-defined distance, the control device sends an alarm signal to the monitor.

Abstract: A novel screening assay for identifying therapeutic agents and their cellular targets is described. The assay is useful in developing new antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic and anti cancer therapeutics. New inhibitors of dihydrofolate reductase (DHFR) have been identified and their cellular target confirmed using the assay of the present invention. Methods of treating diseases that benefit from an inhibition of DHFR are also described.

Abstract: A vapor retarding film (100) adapted for installation, the film (100) having one or more folds (102a), (102b) and (102c) defining a folded film section (102); an edge margin (104) of the film (100) adapted for fastening to a building wall without requiring complete unfolding of the folded film section (102), by having the edge margin (104) being unfolded in the folded film section (102), and wherein the film (100) is made by folding a length of the film (100) lengthwise of the edge margin (104) and rolling the film lengthwise to form a roll (110).

Abstract: A composite material comprises (i) a polymer, (ii) a polymerizer, (iii) a protected corresponding activator for the polymerizer, and (iv) a plurality of capsules. The polymerizer is in the capsules, and the corresponding activator is protected with a corresponding encapsulant for the polymer and the polymerizer.

Abstract: A simplified direct oxidation fuel cell system is provided. The fuel cell is constructed in such a manner that fuel is added to the cell anode as it is consumed and water is evaporated off at cell cathode so that there is no need for recirculation of unreacted fuel at the cell anode or water at the cell cathode. In addition, carbon dioxide generated from the anodic reaction is passively vented out of the system by using a CO2 gas permeable membrane material integrated as part of the anode chamber construction. Other embodiments of the invention include a fuel container and delivery assembly.

Abstract: An insulation manufacturing apparatus includes a conveyor for conveying the insulation, a rotary die cutting cylinder having at least one slicing or perfing rule and at least one cutting rule, and an anvil cooperative with the rotary die cutting cylinder for partially slicing, perforating or severing the insulation. The rotary die cutting cylinder is located along a path of the conveyor.

Abstract: A tailgate system for a dump body of a vehicle capable of operation in a plurality of modes includes a tailgate pivotally connected to side walls along an upper tailgate end for operation in a first mode and pivotally connected to one of the side walls along a tailgate side for operation in a second mode. A control assembly including a latching member, arm and handle is at least partially protected by placement within a corner post of the dump body.

Abstract: A secondary game in communication with a primary gaming machine, is preferably based on a sport, namely American football. The present invention, unlike previous secondary games is triggered in response to both predefined winning and non-winning primary game outcomes. The secondary game awards a bonus pay out in response to a player achieving a predefined bonus event. The bonus event may be scoring a touchdown, getting a first down or any desired football related event. Once the secondary game is triggered by one or more predefined winning primary game outcomes, a random number generator selects a secondary game football related outcome (e.g. five yard gain, two yard loss, etc). In a preferred embodiment, the football outcome is revealed on a display depicting video football footage. Moreover, if the primary game outcome is a predefined non-winning outcome, the secondary game is instructed to advance the football a pre-established modest distance.

Abstract: A vacuum hold down table includes a surface sheet having perforations arranged so as to reduce surface cracking when the surface sheet is subject to forces during use of the table; the perforations may also be arranged to that a greater hold down force is produced in that portion of the table where the workpiece will be located, this may be accompanied by varying the hole diameter and/or hole spacing.

Abstract: A vacuum hold down table includes a surface sheet having perforations arranged so as to reduce surface cracking when the surface sheet is subject to forces during use of the table; the perforations may also be arranged to that a greater hold down force is produced in that portion of the table where the workpiece will be located, this may be accompanied by varying the hole diameter and/or hole spacing.

Abstract: Recombinant or substantially pure preparations of H. pylori polypeptides are described. The nucleic acids encoding the polypeptides also are described. The H. pylori polypeptides are useful for diagnostics and vaccine compositions.

Abstract: A method and system used to assist buyers interested in renting, leasing, acquiring, or selling real property in the selection of appropriate real estate properties and facilitating the cooperation among various parties that contribute to the selection, transaction, and associated services. The method can use among other things a database of properties and associated information, Global Positioning Systems (GPS) technologies, Geographic Information Services (GIS) functions on a mobile device, a wireless communications network and handheld device, a suit of analytical tools, audio recording and playback capabilities; and personalized web portal functions.

Abstract: A medical system method comprises steps in using portable medication dispensing and data taking devices for use by an out-patient, and which communicate with a base station, typically within the patients' home. The base station communicates periodically with a remote control station which downloads a medical schedule to the base station and thereby to the portable devices, and also receives usage and medical state information from the patient through the portable devices and the base station. A transmission repetition protocol is used which provides a high degree of confidence that patient information will be received by the remote station. The remote station monitors patient activities and status and provides reports as well as refill requests when supplies are low. Presentations to the patient are provided by Internet or other simplified technique including showing history graphics while describing important features and recommending purchases of supplies and medications.

Abstract: A cup carrier is described which has an integrally formed body portion having a base, walls and four cup-holding openings, wherein two of the cup holding openings define a first pair and two cup holding openings define a second pair, and the first pair of cup holding openings is provided at a first level relative to the base, and the second pair of openings is provided at a second level from the base which is higher from the base than the first level. The openings in one pair of the cup holding openings can be differently sized than the cup holding openings in the other pair to accommodate different sizes of drink cups.

Abstract: A secondary game in communication with a primary gaming machine, is preferably based on a sport, namely American football. The present invention, unlike previous secondary games is triggered in response to both predefined winning and non-winning primary game outcomes. The secondary game awards a bonus pay out in response to a player achieving a predefined bonus event. The bonus event may be scoring a touchdown, getting a first down or any desired football related event. Once the secondary game is triggered by one or more predefined winning primary game outcomes, a random number generator selects a secondary game football related outcome (e.g. five yard gain, two yard loss, etc). In a preferred embodiment, the football outcome is revealed on a display depicting video football footage. Moreover, if the primary game outcome is a predefined non-winning outcome, the secondary game is instructed to advance the football a pre-established modest distance.